Supply Chain Manager

Supply Chain ManagerWe are a fast-paced business with ambitious growth plans; so if you are dedicated, enthusiastic and always seeking ways to improve, you'll enjoy a career with us!Ontic is a leading global aerospace OEM trusted by the world's aviation leaders. Ontic's Chatsworth, CA, site specializes in precision engineering, MRO, and new solutions for parts at risk of obsolescence. With over 1,400 employees across four time zones and seven sites, we have more than doubled in size since 2019 and are continuing to grow at pace.Our team is looking for a Supply Chain Manager to join our team at Chatsworth, CA. The Supply Chain Manager will be responsible for executing and leading the day-to-day procurement and supply chain activities at the site location for their respective workstream. Responsibilities include assigning workload and managing the buyers' performance, selecting suppliers, negotiating supplier price and schedule, and measuring supplier OTD performance. This position will interface with the location's senior management in Operations, Finance, Quality, Engineering, and HR in addition to Global Supply Chain. This position will report to the Site Head of Procurement.Main Responsibilities:Timely management of Purchase Order releases to key suppliers in alignment to the business Procure To Pay process.Effective relationship building with internal and external stakeholders.Develop essential skillset and capabilities that align to duties of a Buyer.Establish and execute key Purchase Order efficiency metrics.Responsible for invoice discrepancies and other grief events that could impact delivery or supplier payments.Commodity Management support (assists with executing global Commodity Strategies in the Electronics, Seals, Bearings, Machining and other category spend).Strong awareness of LTA/Supplier Agreement spend, ensuring close compliance to all terms and conditions.Timely escalation for delivery/commercial issues that could have material impact to the business.Technical CapabilityStrong negotiation and supplier management skillsExperience with RFx processes, cost analysis, and contract managementUnderstanding of technical drawings, specifications, and manufacturing processesFamiliarity with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Syteline, Visualetc.)Knowledge of A&D regulatory environment (ITAR/EAR) preferredManage contract lifecycle activities including pricing updates, amendments, and compliance tracking.Ensure alignment with commercial terms, risk mitigation, and legal requirements.Develop and maintain a strong understanding of global commodity markets, including:Supply and demand dynamicsCost drivers (raw materials, labor, energy, etc.)Capacity constraints and supplier landscapeCost elasticity and pricing trendsProvide regular market intelligence and risk insights to the Global Commodity Sr. Manager and stakeholders.Support development and refinement of commodity strategies.Monitor supplier performance across quality, delivery, cost, and service metrics.Support supplier business reviews (SBRs) and performance improvement initiatives.Collaborate with Supplier Quality and site teams to resolve performance issues.Qualifications & Skills:Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field3–7 years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or supply chain within manufacturing (Aerospace & Defense preferred)Strong analytical and cost modeling capabilitiesExperience managing RFx processes and supplier negotiationsSolid understanding of contract management principlesKnowledge of global supply markets and commodity dynamicsAbility to interpret technical specifications and drawingsEffective communication skills in a global, matrixed environmentOur Benefits:Comprehensive medical insuranceCompetitive PTO, holiday pay, and sick leaveCompany 401K plan with up to 4% matched contributionAnnual bonus program (varies by level and discretionary based on company and individual performance)Flexible working arrangementsPaid volunteering opportunitiesAccess to mental health champions across our sitesCommitment to developmentEmployee referral programCompensation Pay Range $100k-$140k